Behavior:
Burrowing Owls often live in loose colonies. The adults take turns standing guard near the nest burrows.
They are active both day and night, especially during the breeding season.

These owls hunt by swooping down from perches and surprising prey. They also capture prey by hovering over open areas or by
running along the ground to chase prey down. These small raptors catch prey with their talons. They are quick and can even snatch flying insects from mid-air.

The Burrowing Owl collects mammal dung and puts it in and around its burrow. The animal waste attracts dung beetles, which the owl then captures and eats.

Did you know?

Burrowing Owl hunts for small rodents at night.

They live on the ground and nest in burrows.

The Burrowing Owl has excellent vision and hearing for capturing prey.

Unlike most owls in which the female is larger than the male, the sexes of the Burrowing Owl are the same size.